GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel
$268
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel
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$268
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel average $194 in January, the cheapest month, and $381 in June, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $194 |
| February | $203 |
| March | $234 |
| April | $261 |
| May | $268 |
| June | $381 |
| July | $241 |
| August | $234 |
| September | $268 |
| October | $250 |
| November | $246 |
| December | $242 |
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Most expensive: June (~$381)
Cheapest: January (~$194)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a reception hall.
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a reception hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Basel? This hotel has 775 square feet (72 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to noon.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 86 guestrooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable hotel in Basel (Sankt Alban), you'll be steps from BIS Tower and 8 minutes by foot from Offene Kirche Elisabethen. This spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Basel University and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Theater Basel.
What's nearby
BIS Tower(0.1 miles)
Offene Kirche Elisabethen(0.4 miles)
Basel University(0.4 miles)
Theater Basel(0.4 miles)
Basel Zoo(0.5 miles)
Antique Museum and Collection Ludwig(0.5 miles)
Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel(0.5 miles)
Puppenhausmuseum(0.5 miles)
Basel Art Museum(0.6 miles)
Basel Historical Museum(0.6 miles)
HMB - Museum of History(0.6 miles)
Swiss Architecture Museum(0.7 miles)
Basel Cathedral(0.7 miles)
Pfalz Basel(0.7 miles)
Synagogue in Basel(0.7 miles)
EuroAirport Airport (BSL)(8.5 miles)
Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport)(8.5 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Room Service
Dry Cleaning
Tennis Courts
Location
Centralbahnstrasse 13, Sankt Alban, Basel, Switzerland
BIS Tower (0.1 miles)
Offene Kirche Elisabethen (0.4 miles)
Basel University (0.4 miles)
Theater Basel (0.4 miles)
Basel Zoo (0.5 miles)
Antique Museum and Collection Ludwig (0.5 miles)
Room options
17
Exclusive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Kitchenette
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
700 ft²
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
33
Superior Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 3
388 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomRollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)
32
Comfort Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
Room details
1 Queen Bed
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 3
194 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Rollaway or Extra Beds (Extra Fee)Mini Bar
9
Economy Single Room, 1 Twin Bed
Room details
1 Twin Bed
151 ft²
Wi-Fi (Free)Private BathroomMini Bar
Guest reviews of GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel
9.3
Superb
Based on 744 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
46%
Couple
30%
Family
11%
Group
6%
Solo
5%
What guests think
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GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel earns consistent praise for its superb location opposite Basel SBB, warm and professional staff, spotless rooms, and an abundant breakfast served in a charming dining room.
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GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel earns consistent praise for its superb location opposite Basel SBB, warm and professional staff, spotless rooms, and an abundant breakfast served in a charming dining room.
Guests value extras like the small spa with sauna and Kneipp pool, complimentary minibars, and the Basel Card providing free public transport and discounted admissions. Some mention small or warm rooms, occasional tram noise, or a breakfast that felt limited or crowded. Overall, it suits travelers wanting convenient transport access, friendly service, and solid comfort.
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Facilities
A small, clean spa with sauna and a Kneipp pool is appreciated and easy to reserve.
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Patricia
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The best thing about the Gaia hotel was the staff. Everyone was universially friendly, professional and proactive. The breakfast was exceptionally good: a great variety; hot and cold options; a wide variety of organic and dairyfree choices. The hotel itself was spotlessly clean and the public rooms were attractive and well-apponted. My bedroom was spacious, up to date, had great bedding, good climate control and a lovely bathroom. There was a fridge with complimentary beverages as well as coffee and tea making amenities. The sauna was a unique and pleasurable addition. This hotel was an amazing value, especially if utilised with the Basel pass ( free local transport and 1/2 price museum tickets). I would highly recommend!
The best thing about the Gaia hotel was the staff. Everyone was universially friendly, professional and proactive. The breakfast was exceptionally good: a great variety; hot and cold options; a wide variety of organic and dairyfree choices. The hotel itself was spotlessly clean and the public rooms were attractive and well-apponted. My bedroom was spacious, up to date, had great bedding, good climate control and a lovely bathroom. There was a fridge with complimentary beverages as well as coffee and tea making amenities. The sauna was a unique and pleasurable addition. This hotel was an amazing value, especially if utilised with the Basel pass ( free local transport and 1/2 price museum tickets). I would highly recommend!
10
Baiping
Jun 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly service, lovely breakfast buffet and old school decor. Super close to the train station and bus stop to the airport for free, and the food hall. Would be nice if they have a gym!
Friendly service, lovely breakfast buffet and old school decor. Super close to the train station and bus stop to the airport for free, and the food hall. Would be nice if they have a gym!
10
Alice
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, close to trains and local buses to mueseums and attractions.Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfest. Can reserve time for hot/cold baths and suana. Clean, comfortable, modern room with free minibar and coffee maker. Very comfortable stay.Pass for reduced museum prices and transportation too!
Great location, close to trains and local buses to mueseums and attractions.Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfest. Can reserve time for hot/cold baths and suana. Clean, comfortable, modern room with free minibar and coffee maker. Very comfortable stay.Pass for reduced museum prices and transportation too!
10
Michael
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast menus was good. Did not use spa.
Breakfast menus was good. Did not use spa.
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Sara Lee Steig
Nov 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff members Yves, Ciro and Karen at the front desk were friendly, efficient and helpful, especially with making our Spa reservations. The young woman in breakfast was also very friendly and attentive and makes a lovely cappuccino! Room 353 was spacious and quiet. Very nice bathroom and lovely towel heater. There was an unpleasant smell in the room when we first entered but it dissipated after we opened the windows for a few hours and didn’t return during the remainder of our visit. Bed was very comfortable, quality linens, nice amenities. Items in minibar are complimentary. Breakfast was delicious! Fresh-squeezed orange juice, tasty pastries and breads, Bircher muesli was very good. Room is gorgeous! Location near the train station was very convenient! Very quiet and a great place to base yourself at for exploring Basel by tram with the free Basel transport ticket provided by the hotel. Sauna and kniepp pool in the spa were a welcome treat each night after our long days of exploring Basel’s museums. Very clean. Massages also available but we didn’t use that service. If you’re looking for a wonderful family-owned hotel in a great location and comfortable rooms with delicious breakfast, look no farther than the Gaia. Will stay here again when we return to Basel!
Staff members Yves, Ciro and Karen at the front desk were friendly, efficient and helpful, especially with making our Spa reservations. The young woman in breakfast was also very friendly and attentive and makes a lovely cappuccino! Room 353 was spacious and quiet. Very nice bathroom and lovely towel heater. There was an unpleasant smell in the room when we first entered but it dissipated after we opened the windows for a few hours and didn’t return during the remainder of our visit. Bed was very comfortable, quality linens, nice amenities. Items in minibar are complimentary. Breakfast was delicious! Fresh-squeezed orange juice, tasty pastries and breads, Bircher muesli was very good. Room is gorgeous! Location near the train station was very convenient! Very quiet and a great place to base yourself at for exploring Basel by tram with the free Basel transport ticket provided by the hotel. Sauna and kniepp pool in the spa were a welcome treat each night after our long days of exploring Basel’s museums. Very clean. Massages also available but we didn’t use that service. If you’re looking for a wonderful family-owned hotel in a great location and comfortable rooms with delicious breakfast, look no farther than the Gaia. Will stay here again when we return to Basel!
10
Thor Woldbye
Jun 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Det har været genialt med hotellets placering i forhold til offentlig transport og generel let adgang til byen! Du får et Basel Card af hotellet ved ankomst som betyder du kan få 50 % på flere seværtigheder (kunstmuseet, gondol, teater mm.) og så kan man køre gratis med offentlig transport. Det brugte vi hver dag og det er så nemt at tage deres tram rundt. Morgenmaden var upåklagelig. Der var det der skulle være med flere slags æg, brød, kødpålæg, oste, yoghurt og morgenmadsprodukter mm. Kaffen var vi måske ikke så begrejstret over men der var mange slags te og juice. Personslet var meget venlige hele vejen igennem. Værelse var fint rent og havde mange lækre detaljer med sæber og vasketøjspose for bare at nævne få ting. Der var ingen støj hvilket vi vsr overrasket over med den placering. Vi sov ellers med vinduerne åbnet. Og så blev minibaren fyldt op med vand hver dag. Alt igennem et upåklageligt ophold og så fil vi endda ikke engang prøvet spaen.
Det har været genialt med hotellets placering i forhold til offentlig transport og generel let adgang til byen! Du får et Basel Card af hotellet ved ankomst som betyder du kan få 50 % på flere seværtigheder (kunstmuseet, gondol, teater mm.) og så kan man køre gratis med offentlig transport. Det brugte vi hver dag og det er så nemt at tage deres tram rundt. Morgenmaden var upåklagelig. Der var det der skulle være med flere slags æg, brød, kødpålæg, oste, yoghurt og morgenmadsprodukter mm. Kaffen var vi måske ikke så begrejstret over men der var mange slags te og juice. Personslet var meget venlige hele vejen igennem. Værelse var fint rent og havde mange lækre detaljer med sæber og vasketøjspose for bare at nævne få ting. Der var ingen støj hvilket vi vsr overrasket over med den placering. Vi sov ellers med vinduerne åbnet. Og så blev minibaren fyldt op med vand hver dag. Alt igennem et upåklageligt ophold og så fil vi endda ikke engang prøvet spaen.
10
Markus
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Great staff - you feel more like family than a guest and the little spa makes the stay super relaxing. Top breakfast!
Great staff - you feel more like family than a guest and the little spa makes the stay super relaxing. Top breakfast!
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms and common areas as very clean and well maintained; housekeeping is attentive.
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Joanna
Feb 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous location - handy for everything. Super clean and friendly staff, lovely breakfast.
Fabulous location - handy for everything. Super clean and friendly staff, lovely breakfast.
10
Terence
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A delightful hotel right by the railway station. The hotel is nicely furnished, spotlessly clean and serves a splendid breakfast.
A delightful hotel right by the railway station. The hotel is nicely furnished, spotlessly clean and serves a splendid breakfast.
10
Kristy
Nov 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
10
Ylenia
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great customer service, clean and spacious room, plenty of towels and toiletries. The breakfast was really good!!! We enjoyed the Basel card and the proximity to transportation and downtown
Great customer service, clean and spacious room, plenty of towels and toiletries. The breakfast was really good!!! We enjoyed the Basel card and the proximity to transportation and downtown
10
Zoryana
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean and staff very friendly and helpful.
Very clean and staff very friendly and helpful.
10
MELONIE KANNAMMA
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean. Excellent service. Great location.
Clean. Excellent service. Great location.
10
Phoebe
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Cleanliness and comfort
Cleanliness and comfort
10
Denise
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were very nice and very clean
Rooms were very nice and very clean
10
Rose
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our one-night stay was perfect. The entire staff was lovely. Our room was perfectly clean and bright. We were offered one-time half price tickets to local venues which we took advantage of. Breakfast was superb in a most beautiful dining room.
Our one-night stay was perfect. The entire staff was lovely. Our room was perfectly clean and bright. We were offered one-time half price tickets to local venues which we took advantage of. Breakfast was superb in a most beautiful dining room.
10
Martin
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location near to station, bus stops and well-stocked supermarket. Spotlessly clean.Stylish art deco rooms. Comfortable bed. Breakfast amazing - catering for all dietary requirements (I'm coeliac and the bread rolls were the best I've had!) Staff wonderful...free mini bar and chocolates... Can't find anything to complain about!
Excellent location near to station, bus stops and well-stocked supermarket. Spotlessly clean.Stylish art deco rooms. Comfortable bed. Breakfast amazing - catering for all dietary requirements (I'm coeliac and the bread rolls were the best I've had!) Staff wonderful...free mini bar and chocolates... Can't find anything to complain about!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, often quiet despite the station, with quality linens, modern bathrooms and useful touches like a complimentary minibar. A few noted smaller layouts, sloped ceilings, limited blackout, dated decor, or heating and AC issues.
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Terence
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A delightful hotel just across from the railway station. The rooms are comfortable and smartly furnished. the style is a little dated, but that, perhaps, adds to the charm. There is a good breakfast which is nicely presented and offers plenty to eat without being outstanding The hot selection is poor and was not ready at 6.30 when I (and at least half a dozen other people) went down. The only real problem is not specific to this hotel: very poor value for money. This is true for Switzerland in general. Even countries that are not exactly cheap--like the Nordic nations--offer better hotels at more reasonable prices.
A delightful hotel just across from the railway station. The rooms are comfortable and smartly furnished. the style is a little dated, but that, perhaps, adds to the charm. There is a good breakfast which is nicely presented and offers plenty to eat without being outstanding The hot selection is poor and was not ready at 6.30 when I (and at least half a dozen other people) went down. The only real problem is not specific to this hotel: very poor value for money. This is true for Switzerland in general. Even countries that are not exactly cheap--like the Nordic nations--offer better hotels at more reasonable prices.
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Michael
May 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was extremely hot, because there air conditioning absolutely useless!!! We switched rooms but it’s still didn’t work. We had to add two fans into the room to have some movement of air. The heat in the room made us sick. Very disappointed.
The room was extremely hot, because there air conditioning absolutely useless!!! We switched rooms but it’s still didn’t work. We had to add two fans into the room to have some movement of air. The heat in the room made us sick. Very disappointed.
10
Suzanne
Nov 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant staff, clean room with good facilities including bath robes, slippers, nice shower and bath amenities. Free mini bar was appreciated. Comfortable pillows and bed linen. Great location near the main railway station and tram stop. Lovely breakfast area and selection of food. All in all an excellent stay and would definitely return. And free water and snack on checking out was a nice touch. Free travel card which also could be used on bus to the airport. Fantastic service.
Pleasant staff, clean room with good facilities including bath robes, slippers, nice shower and bath amenities. Free mini bar was appreciated. Comfortable pillows and bed linen. Great location near the main railway station and tram stop. Lovely breakfast area and selection of food. All in all an excellent stay and would definitely return. And free water and snack on checking out was a nice touch. Free travel card which also could be used on bus to the airport. Fantastic service.
8
Pamela
Dec 4, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very convenient to the train station (across the street) with excellent breakfast. Room is clean but very small. Bathroom has a rickety shower door.
Very convenient to the train station (across the street) with excellent breakfast. Room is clean but very small. Bathroom has a rickety shower door.
8
Barbara
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location. The room was large but not easy for a couple with bad knees…bedroom and bath upstairs. Other than that we liked the hotel
Convenient location. The room was large but not easy for a couple with bad knees…bedroom and bath upstairs. Other than that we liked the hotel
10
Diana
Nov 19, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely room. Only issue was husband hitting head on angles as we were on top floor. Breakfast was awesome. Staff incredibly helpful. In room fridge nice for water, tea, beer and wine that was included with room. Great location near train station, easy to catch buses, trams and trains. Added bonus was coop store next door
Lovely room. Only issue was husband hitting head on angles as we were on top floor. Breakfast was awesome. Staff incredibly helpful. In room fridge nice for water, tea, beer and wine that was included with room. Great location near train station, easy to catch buses, trams and trains. Added bonus was coop store next door
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Erzsebet
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient being across the road from the train station and very good soundproofing because I couldn't hear anything inside the room.
Very convenient being across the road from the train station and very good soundproofing because I couldn't hear anything inside the room.
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Ylenia
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great customer service, clean and spacious room, plenty of towels and toiletries. The breakfast was really good!!! We enjoyed the Basel card and the proximity to transportation and downtown
Great customer service, clean and spacious room, plenty of towels and toiletries. The breakfast was really good!!! We enjoyed the Basel card and the proximity to transportation and downtown
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ricardo
Dec 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel bem localizado. Basta atravessar a rua e está a estação central. Café da manhã bom. Atendimento excelente. Quarto c bom tamanho e frigobar gratis no 1o dia. Único ponto negativo é a falta de cortina blackout pois a automática nso tem boa vedaçāo
Hotel bem localizado. Basta atravessar a rua e está a estação central. Café da manhã bom. Atendimento excelente. Quarto c bom tamanho e frigobar gratis no 1o dia. Único ponto negativo é a falta de cortina blackout pois a automática nso tem boa vedaçāo
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Serena
Aug 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved our stay here. Checkin was easy and quick. Staff were all nice and very helpful nothing was an issue. Especially Soraya and Caio, but everyone we dealt with were great. Soraya checked us in and gave us lots of information. Loved the Basel pass to get free trams and 1/2 price to many attractions. Room 340 was nice had a bath tub, the glass tiles on the bathroom ceiling was strange but just go with it. Room was big enough bed was comfortable , pillows too soft but they had a pillow menu so we quickly change. minibar came with the room but the drinks are all organic and tasted terrible lol. Not my kind of minibar. Breakfast room is beautiful and breakfast is organic as well however would have like already sliced bread as i dont cut bread very well lol. Still had plenty of choices for everyone. We stayed 2 nights and left our bags while we went down to lucerne for a night and then came back and checked back in for another night and holding all our bags no issue even put them up in our room for when we return. Nothing was a issue. Well done to everyone at Gaia Hotel. Only negative would be the trams can be a bit noisy.
Loved our stay here. Checkin was easy and quick. Staff were all nice and very helpful nothing was an issue. Especially Soraya and Caio, but everyone we dealt with were great. Soraya checked us in and gave us lots of information. Loved the Basel pass to get free trams and 1/2 price to many attractions. Room 340 was nice had a bath tub, the glass tiles on the bathroom ceiling was strange but just go with it. Room was big enough bed was comfortable , pillows too soft but they had a pillow menu so we quickly change. minibar came with the room but the drinks are all organic and tasted terrible lol. Not my kind of minibar. Breakfast room is beautiful and breakfast is organic as well however would have like already sliced bread as i dont cut bread very well lol. Still had plenty of choices for everyone. We stayed 2 nights and left our bags while we went down to lucerne for a night and then came back and checked back in for another night and holding all our bags no issue even put them up in our room for when we return. Nothing was a issue. Well done to everyone at Gaia Hotel. Only negative would be the trams can be a bit noisy.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, professional and helpful, with smooth check-in/out and staff who go above and beyond for recommendations and special requests.
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Christine
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff was very helpful and friendly with our many questions about the area. The location was perfect for our stay
The staff was very helpful and friendly with our many questions about the area. The location was perfect for our stay
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Alan
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location handy to train and tram but it was the helpful staff that made this an amazing experience.
Great location handy to train and tram but it was the helpful staff that made this an amazing experience.
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Patricia
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The best thing about the Gaia hotel was the staff. Everyone was universially friendly, professional and proactive. The breakfast was exceptionally good: a great variety; hot and cold options; a wide variety of organic and dairyfree choices. The hotel itself was spotlessly clean and the public rooms were attractive and well-apponted. My bedroom was spacious, up to date, had great bedding, good climate control and a lovely bathroom. There was a fridge with complimentary beverages as well as coffee and tea making amenities. The sauna was a unique and pleasurable addition. This hotel was an amazing value, especially if utilised with the Basel pass ( free local transport and 1/2 price museum tickets). I would highly recommend!
The best thing about the Gaia hotel was the staff. Everyone was universially friendly, professional and proactive. The breakfast was exceptionally good: a great variety; hot and cold options; a wide variety of organic and dairyfree choices. The hotel itself was spotlessly clean and the public rooms were attractive and well-apponted. My bedroom was spacious, up to date, had great bedding, good climate control and a lovely bathroom. There was a fridge with complimentary beverages as well as coffee and tea making amenities. The sauna was a unique and pleasurable addition. This hotel was an amazing value, especially if utilised with the Basel pass ( free local transport and 1/2 price museum tickets). I would highly recommend!
10
William
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great experience! Extremely helpful and accomodating staff, particularly Patrick.
Great experience! Extremely helpful and accomodating staff, particularly Patrick.
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Sara Lee Steig
Nov 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff members Yves, Ciro and Karen at the front desk were friendly, efficient and helpful, especially with making our Spa reservations. The young woman in breakfast was also very friendly and attentive and makes a lovely cappuccino! Room 353 was spacious and quiet. Very nice bathroom and lovely towel heater. There was an unpleasant smell in the room when we first entered but it dissipated after we opened the windows for a few hours and didn’t return during the remainder of our visit. Bed was very comfortable, quality linens, nice amenities. Items in minibar are complimentary. Breakfast was delicious! Fresh-squeezed orange juice, tasty pastries and breads, Bircher muesli was very good. Room is gorgeous! Location near the train station was very convenient! Very quiet and a great place to base yourself at for exploring Basel by tram with the free Basel transport ticket provided by the hotel. Sauna and kniepp pool in the spa were a welcome treat each night after our long days of exploring Basel’s museums. Very clean. Massages also available but we didn’t use that service. If you’re looking for a wonderful family-owned hotel in a great location and comfortable rooms with delicious breakfast, look no farther than the Gaia. Will stay here again when we return to Basel!
Staff members Yves, Ciro and Karen at the front desk were friendly, efficient and helpful, especially with making our Spa reservations. The young woman in breakfast was also very friendly and attentive and makes a lovely cappuccino! Room 353 was spacious and quiet. Very nice bathroom and lovely towel heater. There was an unpleasant smell in the room when we first entered but it dissipated after we opened the windows for a few hours and didn’t return during the remainder of our visit. Bed was very comfortable, quality linens, nice amenities. Items in minibar are complimentary. Breakfast was delicious! Fresh-squeezed orange juice, tasty pastries and breads, Bircher muesli was very good. Room is gorgeous! Location near the train station was very convenient! Very quiet and a great place to base yourself at for exploring Basel by tram with the free Basel transport ticket provided by the hotel. Sauna and kniepp pool in the spa were a welcome treat each night after our long days of exploring Basel’s museums. Very clean. Massages also available but we didn’t use that service. If you’re looking for a wonderful family-owned hotel in a great location and comfortable rooms with delicious breakfast, look no farther than the Gaia. Will stay here again when we return to Basel!
10
Susan
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Extremely helpful staff. Perfect location for train station and local transportation.
Extremely helpful staff. Perfect location for train station and local transportation.
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Carol
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay. The front desk made the check-in run smoothly. Answered our questions and recommended a wonderful restaurant down the street. It used to be a post office. In the morning we had a great breakfast. Would recommend strongly this hotel. Such a nice town.
We had a wonderful stay. The front desk made the check-in run smoothly. Answered our questions and recommended a wonderful restaurant down the street. It used to be a post office. In the morning we had a great breakfast. Would recommend strongly this hotel. Such a nice town.
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Spiros
Feb 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great service!
Great service!
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Cynthia
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location - across the street from the train station. Exceedingly friendly staff.
Great location - across the street from the train station. Exceedingly friendly staff.
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SAMUEL
Apr 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Best feature is the staff . Very helpful and helped our group of 22 people a lot. From dinner reservations and directions on where to go. They even prepare a boxed /buffet breakfast because most of us are leaving early . Will stay here again.
Best feature is the staff . Very helpful and helped our group of 22 people a lot. From dinner reservations and directions on where to go. They even prepare a boxed /buffet breakfast because most of us are leaving early . Will stay here again.
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Location
Directly across from Basel SBB with immediate access to trams and the airport bus, and an easy walk to the old town; the Basel Card makes getting around simple. A few felt the station area lacks charm at night.
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Lisa
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel. Very close to the train station and trams, which is great if you are arriving or departing by train. With the Basel card they give you? You get free public transportation on the trams, which makes it easy to get anywhere you want to go. The breakfast was great with lots of variety. We were travelling with our infant and they were able to provide a travel crib free of charge. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Great hotel. Very close to the train station and trams, which is great if you are arriving or departing by train. With the Basel card they give you? You get free public transportation on the trams, which makes it easy to get anywhere you want to go. The breakfast was great with lots of variety. We were travelling with our infant and they were able to provide a travel crib free of charge. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
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Kristy
Nov 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
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Michael
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was well prepared, staff were excellent, and the breakfast was terrific! Was a little reluctant to stay at a hotel so near to the central station, but it was quiet and very convenient. Will stay here again when my travels take me to Basel.
Room was well prepared, staff were excellent, and the breakfast was terrific! Was a little reluctant to stay at a hotel so near to the central station, but it was quiet and very convenient. Will stay here again when my travels take me to Basel.
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Janet
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. It is across the street from the train station and very close to old city.
Great place to stay. It is across the street from the train station and very close to old city.
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Ena
Dec 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent stay. Convenient to train station. Great breakfast!
Excellent stay. Convenient to train station. Great breakfast!
10
Susan
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is well situated for arrival at the EuroAirport by bus and for onward travel to other Swiss destinations from the SBB station. A friendly reception team, clean and well appointed rooms and an excellent breakfast.
The hotel is well situated for arrival at the EuroAirport by bus and for onward travel to other Swiss destinations from the SBB station. A friendly reception team, clean and well appointed rooms and an excellent breakfast.
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Keith
Dec 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Conveniently located by train station, but quiet and safe. Nice breakfast.
Conveniently located by train station, but quiet and safe. Nice breakfast.
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Avril
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The. Hotel was comfortable and modern with great bathrooms and breakfast. The staff we polite and helpful and it close enough to the old town to walk. The train station was across the street.
The. Hotel was comfortable and modern with great bathrooms and breakfast. The staff we polite and helpful and it close enough to the old town to walk. The train station was across the street.
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RUTH
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The location of this hotel cannot be better! Across from the train station and easy access to trams and buses. Very friendly staff, small but comfortable rooms, good breakfast choices. I would definitely stay here again if in Basel.
The location of this hotel cannot be better! Across from the train station and easy access to trams and buses. Very friendly staff, small but comfortable rooms, good breakfast choices. I would definitely stay here again if in Basel.
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Fernando
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The building is very nice, the room was spacious with two chairs and a desk. The TV has a lot of channels in English French Italian and German. The bed and linens were very nice and everything was very clean. The location is very convenient because it’s 50 yards across the street from the train station. There are trams going to all parts of the city and you can get to the historical district in five minutes. There’s also a bus to the airport that comes every eight minutes. All these transport options are free with a card provided by the hotel. In comparison, a taxi costs 50 CHF every 15 minutes. The only caveat is that the train station is not the nicest area in town.
The building is very nice, the room was spacious with two chairs and a desk. The TV has a lot of channels in English French Italian and German. The bed and linens were very nice and everything was very clean. The location is very convenient because it’s 50 yards across the street from the train station. There are trams going to all parts of the city and you can get to the historical district in five minutes. There’s also a bus to the airport that comes every eight minutes. All these transport options are free with a card provided by the hotel. In comparison, a taxi costs 50 CHF every 15 minutes. The only caveat is that the train station is not the nicest area in town.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality, variety and presentation, with vegan and gluten free choices and a beautiful dining room. A minority found the selection limited, hot items extra, or the space crowded at times.
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Terence
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A delightful hotel right by the railway station. The hotel is nicely furnished, spotlessly clean and serves a splendid breakfast.
A delightful hotel right by the railway station. The hotel is nicely furnished, spotlessly clean and serves a splendid breakfast.
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Lisa
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel. Very close to the train station and trams, which is great if you are arriving or departing by train. With the Basel card they give you? You get free public transportation on the trams, which makes it easy to get anywhere you want to go. The breakfast was great with lots of variety. We were travelling with our infant and they were able to provide a travel crib free of charge. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
Great hotel. Very close to the train station and trams, which is great if you are arriving or departing by train. With the Basel card they give you? You get free public transportation on the trams, which makes it easy to get anywhere you want to go. The breakfast was great with lots of variety. We were travelling with our infant and they were able to provide a travel crib free of charge. We would not hesitate to stay here again.
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Bianca
Feb 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Das Hotel liegt optimal für Bahnreisende und ist fußläufig erreichbar. Von da aus kann man gratis mit der Straßenbahn fahren oder zu Fuß in die Stadt laufen. Hunde sind herzlich willkommen und kosten 15 chf. Das ausgeschriebene Bio Frühstück hat uns nicht ganz überzeugt (wenig Auswahl & zb. Spiegelei kostet extra knapp 6 chf) Kakao hat leider auch nicht so geschmeckt! Rezeption war sehr nett und hilfsbereit!!!
Das Hotel liegt optimal für Bahnreisende und ist fußläufig erreichbar. Von da aus kann man gratis mit der Straßenbahn fahren oder zu Fuß in die Stadt laufen. Hunde sind herzlich willkommen und kosten 15 chf. Das ausgeschriebene Bio Frühstück hat uns nicht ganz überzeugt (wenig Auswahl & zb. Spiegelei kostet extra knapp 6 chf) Kakao hat leider auch nicht so geschmeckt! Rezeption war sehr nett und hilfsbereit!!!
10
Kristy
Nov 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
The room was large and clean. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet was delicious. The best part, however, was the hotel’s location right across from the train station. We totally enjoyed our stay.
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Sheri
Dec 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room. Very basic. Breakfast was disappointing, few options and very crowded.
Clean room. Very basic. Breakfast was disappointing, few options and very crowded.
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Tamie
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The breakfast was amazing. Everyone was very helpful.
The breakfast was amazing. Everyone was very helpful.
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Birgit
Nov 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great ambiance and fantastic breakfast Very friendly staff
Great ambiance and fantastic breakfast Very friendly staff
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Janice
Oct 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast selection was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful and very accommodating.
Breakfast selection was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful and very accommodating.
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Martin
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location near to station, bus stops and well-stocked supermarket. Spotlessly clean.Stylish art deco rooms. Comfortable bed. Breakfast amazing - catering for all dietary requirements (I'm coeliac and the bread rolls were the best I've had!) Staff wonderful...free mini bar and chocolates... Can't find anything to complain about!
Excellent location near to station, bus stops and well-stocked supermarket. Spotlessly clean.Stylish art deco rooms. Comfortable bed. Breakfast amazing - catering for all dietary requirements (I'm coeliac and the bread rolls were the best I've had!) Staff wonderful...free mini bar and chocolates... Can't find anything to complain about!
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Christa
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Das angepriesene BioFrühstück war durchschnittlich - da hätte ich ein Hotel mit einnem deutlich besseren PreisLeistungsverhältnis finden klnnen, welches ebenfalls den Nachhaltigkeitsstandard hat.
Das angepriesene BioFrühstück war durchschnittlich - da hätte ich ein Hotel mit einnem deutlich besseren PreisLeistungsverhältnis finden klnnen, welches ebenfalls den Nachhaltigkeitsstandard hat.
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Christopher
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Super cute. Very cohesive aesthetic. Clean room. Great location
Super cute. Very cohesive aesthetic. Clean room. Great location
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Melinda
Aug 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
What a lovely, charming hotel. The staff were great, especially Nicholas who went out of his way to help us navigate and suggest things. The breakfast and breakfast staff were great too. Highly recommend for the wonderful location and access to transportation.
What a lovely, charming hotel. The staff were great, especially Nicholas who went out of his way to help us navigate and suggest things. The breakfast and breakfast staff were great too. Highly recommend for the wonderful location and access to transportation.
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Cheryl
Jul 25, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great spot just over the road from the station. Supermarket next door and in the station. Staff are excellent and very helpful. Explained everything I needed to know at check in. Basel card was brilliant used it on the trams a lot. Great breakfast, even got gluten free bread. Good range of things. Very quiet hotel, bed was excellent. Had a great stay here and would highly recommend.
Great spot just over the road from the station. Supermarket next door and in the station. Staff are excellent and very helpful. Explained everything I needed to know at check in. Basel card was brilliant used it on the trams a lot. Great breakfast, even got gluten free bread. Good range of things. Very quiet hotel, bed was excellent. Had a great stay here and would highly recommend.
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Amy
Jul 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great room and location for our family of three. The staff was helpful and communicative. The breakfast was excellent. We also had air conditioning - a plus in July!
Great room and location for our family of three. The staff was helpful and communicative. The breakfast was excellent. We also had air conditioning - a plus in July!
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Owain
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is excellent in all aspects. Super clean super comfortable and easy to get to the town using the public transport, “trams are just across the street. Very convenient shops next to the hotel . Perfect place to stay when visiting Basel .
The hotel is excellent in all aspects. Super clean super comfortable and easy to get to the town using the public transport, “trams are just across the street. Very convenient shops next to the hotel . Perfect place to stay when visiting Basel .
FAQs about GAIA Hotel Basel - the sustainable 4 star hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available at the hotel for CHF 23 per day. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
The hotel offers a breakfast buffet featuring organic and locally sourced options. Breakfast is served daily, but specific serving hours are not mentioned.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel features step-free entrances, elevators, and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Specific details about bathrooms and pool access features are not mentioned.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located at Centralbahnstrasse 13, just a 2-minute walk from Basel SBB railway station. The Old Town is a 10-minute stroll away, and cultural attractions like Kunstmuseum Basel and Basel Historical Museum are within easy walking distance.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- One child 5 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Contactless check-in is available.
- Self parking fee: CHF 23 per day
- Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: CHF 100.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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